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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Between which years was Tacitus alive?
(a) B.C. 50-115.
(b) A.D. 50-115.
(c) A.D. 500-1115.
(d) A.D. 85-150.

2. Who was ruling the Roman Empire when Gallic tribes revolted against Rome and proclaimed their own empire?
(a) Vespasian.
(b) Trajan.
(c) Augustus.
(d) Domitian.

3. Which Roman ruler was the first to try to conquer Britain?
(a) Claudius.
(b) Tiberius.
(c) Julius Caesar.
(d) Caligula.

4. What did Tacitus deny existed in Germany?
(a) Religion.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Domestic slavery.
(d) Agriculture.

5. Of the following, which power did the Roman emperor NOT possess?
(a) Military command.
(b) Ability to recall elections.
(c) Initiate legislation.
(d) Power of censorship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Tacitus' relationship to Agricola?

2. With which ruler did Agricola have the most tense relationship?

3. How did Agricola's successes become so famous?

4. What was Rome's knowledge of Britain during Tacitus' lifetime?

5. Who was finally able to restore Roman prestige after years of cruel emperors?

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